Business Details
Trusted Personal Injury Representation in Iowa
Hamilton Law Firm has been a trusted legal advocate since 1876, providing personalized representation in personal injury, workers' compensation, and wrongful death cases. Our family-owned practice combines generational expertise with modern resources to deliver client-focused solutions. With three Iowa locations and multistate jurisdiction, we leverage 145+ years of collective experience to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress.Our attorneys maintain direct communication with clients, utilizing advanced technology and a network of professional experts to build robust cases. Recognized for integrity and results, we offer free consultations and operate on a contingency fee basis to ensure accessible justice.
Services
Personal Injury
Workers' Compensation
Car Accidents
Wrongful Death
Social Security Disability
Medical Malpractice
Truck Collisions
Nursing Home Abuse
Highlights and features
- We offer 145+ years of combined legal experience in personal injury cases
- Family-owned firm providing direct attorney-client communication
- Utilize state-of-the-art technology for case development
- Maintain multistate jurisdiction across Iowa, Nebraska, and federal courts
- Operate on a contingency fee basis with free initial consultations
What people say
Excellent people to work with
Professionalism and quality
Attentive detailed work
Caring compassionate lawyers
Recommend to everyone
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice handles cases arising from vehicular accidents, workplace incidents, and medical malpractice. We represent clients seeking compensation for physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial losses caused by others' negligence. With multistate jurisdiction, our attorneys build comprehensive cases using medical records, expert testimony, and accident reconstruction to secure fair settlements.
Workers' Compensation
We advocate for injured workers navigating Iowa's workers' compensation system. Our services include claim filing assistance, dispute resolution, and appeals representation for occupational injuries and illnesses. Our team understands employer-employee dynamics and ensures clients receive proper medical care and wage replacement benefits.
Wrongful Death
Our firm handles wrongful death cases resulting from medical errors, vehicular accidents, and workplace fatalities. We help families pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional suffering while navigating complex legal procedures. Our compassionate approach balances aggressive representation with sensitivity to client needs.
Social Security Disability
We assist disabled individuals with Social Security Disability Insurance applications and appeals. Our services include medical documentation gathering, hearing preparation, and claim advocacy to secure benefits for long-term disabilities. We offer home visits for mobility-impaired clients and work on contingency fees.
Medical Malpractice
Our medical malpractice practice investigates cases involving misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and substandard care. With 10+ years of hospital experience among our attorneys, we analyze medical records, consult healthcare experts, and pursue compensation for preventable treatment injuries and fatal medical mistakes.
People
Steve D. Hamilton
Attorney
Practicing law for 45 years, Steve graduated from University of Arizona Law School after serving as a Pima County public defender. Admitted in Iowa, Nebraska, and Arizona courts, he focuses on personal injury litigation and trial advocacy.
Willis J. Hamilton
Attorney
With 43 years of experience, Willis negotiated two of the firm's largest settlements. A Creighton University law graduate, he specializes in complex personal injury cases and maintains admissions in multiple state and federal jurisdictions.
Mary C. Hamilton
Attorney
Combining accounting expertise with legal practice, Mary graduated from Creighton Law School after 10 years as a CPA. She focuses on financial aspects of personal injury cases and maintains Iowa state and federal court admissions.
Molly Hamilton
Attorney
A former clinical social worker, Molly graduated from The John Marshall Law School in 2013. She specializes in disability claims and personal injury cases involving psychological trauma, practicing in Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri courts.
A.D. Bailie
Founder
Established the firm in 1876 after military service in the Civil War. As Storm Lake's first county attorney and later judge, he laid the foundation for our enduring commitment to legal excellence and community service.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle all major personal injury categories including car accidents, workplace injuries, medical malpractice, and wrongful death claims across Iowa and Nebraska.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary initial consultations for all personal injury and workers' compensation cases with no obligation to retain our services.
Can I schedule a home visit for legal consultation?
Yes, we offer home visits for mobility-impaired clients using our private aircraft to meet clients at their location within our service areas.
What payment arrangements do you offer?
We work on contingency fees for most cases, meaning we only collect fees if we successfully recover compensation for your claim.
How does your multistate jurisdiction benefit clients?
Our admissions in Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, and Missouri state and federal courts allow seamless representation for cross-border accidents and nationwide disability claims.
